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ETAMU to Host Southland Volleyball Tournament, Lions Facing SFA in Opening Match
The longest active streak of postseason appearances at ETAMU continues as the Lion Volleyball team has clinched a berth in the Southland Conference Tournament, which will be hosted right here in Commerce.

A&M System Leaders Experience ETAMU’s Expanding Research Impact
East Texas A&M hosted the Texas A&M System’s Chief Research Officers fall meeting, highlighting groundbreaking research in gamebird conservation, cancer treatment, agriculture, astronomy, and human performance.

‘Rev Up Those Fryers’: Buffalo Wild Wings Opens at ETAMU
Fans of wings and Lion Athletics alike have a new gathering place following the opening of a new Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant at East Texas A&M University.

New Grant Aims to Ease Students’ Financial Burdens
A $750,000 Student Success Completion Grant aims to help East Texas A&M students stay on track to graduate by providing critical financial support.

ETAMU Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes at 35th Annual Veterans Vigil
One of East Texas A&M University’s longest-running traditions returns this fall with the 35th installment of the Veterans Vigil.

Building Connections Across Generations: East Texas A&M Dedicates McCord Family Alumni Center
The revitalized McCord Family Alumni Center offers an inviting space where alumni, students, and the entire Lion community can come together to connect and collaborate.

Ready to Transfer? East Texas A&M Opens Doors on Oct. 21
East Texas A&M University will host a Transfer Decision Day on Oct. 21 to help transfer students sign up to continue their education.

It’s a Girl! ‘Rita’ Gives Birth to First Calf to Kickstart ETAMU’s Registered Angus Herd
A new four-legged bundle of joy appeared at the East Texas A&M University Farm last week, as “Rita,” the university’s recently purchased Angus cow, gave birth to a healthy calf.

Ag Faculty Recognized with AAAE Outstanding Teacher Award
ETAMU Mayo Professor Dr. Bob Williams was recently honored with the Western Region Outstanding Teacher Award by the American Association for Agricultural Education.

ETAMU Ranks Among the Top Nursing, Engineering, and Social Mobility Programs in U.S. News & World Report 2025
The 2025 U.S. News rankings showcase ETAMU’s dedication to quality programs, affordability, and life-changing opportunities for students.

Plano ISD Board Approves Electrical Engineering Academy Partnership with East Texas A&M University
Plano ISD entered an agreement with East Texas A&M to launch a new Electrical Engineering Academy, starting in the 2026-2027 school year.

ETAMU Student’s Research Published in State Historical Journal
East Texas A&M University student Aubrey Watkins recently had her research published in "Touchstone," a collegiate academic journal produced by the Texas State Historical Association's Walter Prescott Webb Historical Society.

School of Music Inviting Prospective Students to Live the Life of a ‘Lion For a Day’
The School of Music at East Texas A&M aims to give future students a taste of the Lion experience with its “Lion For a Day” program.

Growing the Future: How ETAMU Faculty Aim to Transform Urban Agriculture Through Hydroponics
Inside the greenhouses at East Texas A&M University, a new kind of farming is taking shape, one that doesn't require soil, takes up only a fraction of the space and could help feed the growing cities of tomorrow.

The Lions Reserve: A Premier Fundraising Event for Student Success
The Lions' Reserve proved to be more than an evening of fine wine and hors d'oeuvres. The event hosted by East Texas A&M University raised more than $30,000 to support student scholarships and university programs.

Alums Give Students Valuable Insights into Career-Building at ‘How I Found My Career’ Panel Discussion
Three Lion alums dispensed wisdom and took questions from attendees at a recent event titled "How I Found My Career," hosted by the Office of Student Career Preparedness at East Texas A&M University.

ETAMU Faculty Receives 2025-2027 Texas OER Grant
Dr. Flavia Belpoliti, associate professor and director of Spanish graduate studies at East Texas A&M University, recently received a grant worth more than $16,000 to develop course curricula based on Open Educational Resources.

Why U.S. Police Training Is Under Fire—And How East Texas A&M’s Evidence-Based Academy Sets a New Standard
As questions grow around recruit deaths in the U.S., East Texas A&M is showing how evidence-based training can build strong law enforcement officers without breaking them.

How East Texas A&M’s Dual Credit Program is Helping High School Students Earn College Degrees Faster
For graduates like Blake Roten, East Texas A&M's Dual Credit Program is a launchpad to a college degree and a fulfilling career.

Lions Enjoy Afternoon with the Rangers on ETAMU Day
East Texas A&M University students, employees, alumni and friends had an afternoon full of fun at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on ETAMU Day, hosted by the Texas Rangers.